1968 Ford 17 vs. 2000 Ford TS-50
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford TS-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TS-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TS-50 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford TS-50 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford TS-50 (175 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TS-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2000 Ford TS-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 17 | TS-50 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
